Summary: The Purchasing Intern will support the purchasing department in day-to-day operations, gaining hands-on experience in procurement processes, supplier management, and inventory control within a global manufacturing environment. Highlights: 1. Gain hands-on experience in procurement and supplier management 2. Collaborate with internal departments in a global environment 3. Learn Jabil's purchasing policies and ethical guidelines At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. Here's a job description for a Purchasing Intern at Jabil, Inc.: \- Jabil, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail\-oriented Purchasing Intern to join our team.\*\* Job Summary:\*\* The Purchasing Intern will support the purchasing department in day\-to\-day operations, gaining hands\-on experience in procurement processes, supplier management, and inventory control within a global manufacturing environment. Job Responsibilities:\*\* * Assist with the processing of purchase orders and requisitions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. * Support the purchasing team in supplier communication, including inquiries about order status, delivery schedules, and documentation. * Participate in data entry and maintenance within Jabil's purchasing systems (e.g., ERP, supplier databases). * Help prepare reports and analyze purchasing data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement. * Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., operations, engineering, finance) to ensure timely and effective material procurement. * Conduct market research to identify potential new suppliers or alternative materials. * Assist with inventory reconciliation and management activities as needed. * Learn and apply Jabil's purchasing policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines. * Undertake special projects and tasks as assigned by the purchasing management team. Job Qualifications:\*\* * Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. * Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) is required. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast\-paced environment. * Demonstrated eagerness to learn about global supply chain and procurement processes. * Prior experience or coursework in purchasing, logistics, or operations is a plus. BE CAREFUL OF FRAUD: Legitimate job opportunities at Jabil can be found on our official website Jabil.com. No applicant should pay to access these employment opportunities. When applying for a job at Jabil, you will be contacted through Jabil’s official portal via an email ending in @jabil.com; a direct phone call from a member of Jabil’s team; or a direct email with an email address ending in @jabil.com. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other time during the hiring process. Jabil also will not ask for personal identification information such as Social Security number, birth certificate, financial institution information, driver’s license number, or passport information via phone or email. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft or fraud, report it to the police at the following numbers and report it on the website where you found it. Call: 911 or 089\. **Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.** **Accessibility Accommodation** =============================== If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e\-mail to Always\_Accessible@Jabil.com with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e\-mail. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to. \#whereyoubelong